In Search of Shakespeare
He is the most famous of Englishmen, and yet our biographical knowledge of William Shakespeare has always been scant. Now Michael Wood - with the help of Olivier Award-winning director, Gregory Doran, leading actors of the Royal Shakespeare Company and many other real-life witnesses - unravels the mysteries and tells the full story of the great bard. Featuring His times, His politics, His youth, His loves, His 'Lost Years', His career and His Plays. Presented by Michael Wood.
Year: 2004
Genre: Documentaries, Shakespeare, General Docos, Biography, Historical
Country: UK
Director: David Wallace
Starring: Michael Wood
Duration: 220 Minutes
Rating: PG - Adult themes.
8.2/10
Location in store: Documentary (Biographies)
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